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Trip from Hawkinsville, GA to Macon, GA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 2m

Distance

49.9 mi

80 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min
4 AM
0h 58m ★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Macon, GA, GA

Macon, GA

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Trip Overview

If you are traveling from Hawkinsville to Macon, you are looking at a straightforward 49.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 2 minutes to complete. Because the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend approximately $8 on fuel, making this a very budget-friendly trip through the Southeast. The route utilizes a mix of US 341, the Fall Line Freeway, and I-75 to get you to your destination efficiently. Since both cities are located within Georgia, the drive remains consistent in terms of regional character and climate.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 18.1 mi 19m
Fall Line Freeway 7.2 mi 8m
US 341 6.3 mi 8m
Perry Highway 5.5 mi 6m
Main Street 4.6 mi 5m
North Perry Parkway 4.3 mi 5m
341 Boulevard 1.2 mi 1m
Progress Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 18.1 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hawkinsville, GA and Macon, GA.

1

Start on this road

312 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn straight onto US 129 Business; US 341 Business; GA 11 Business

0.8 mi · 1 min · Progress Avenue
3

Turn right onto US 129; US 341; GA 11

1.2 mi · 1 min · 341 Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
4

Continue on US 341; GA 11

5.5 mi · 6 min · Perry Highway
Use the straight lane.
5

Continue on US 341; GA 11

4.6 mi · 5 min · Main Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
6

Continue on US 341; GA 11

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Golden Isles Highway
7

Take the exit onto US 341; GA 11

6.3 mi · 8 min · US 341; GA 11
Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn right onto US 341; GA 11

4.3 mi · 5 min · North Perry Parkway
Use the right lane.
9

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward I 75:north: Macon Use the right lane.
10

Merge onto I 75

18 mi · 19 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540

7.2 mi · 8 min · Fall Line Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah Use the straight lane.
12

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight right at fork

347 ft · 8 sec
Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University Use the slight right lane.
14

Turn straight onto US 41 Business; GA 19

0.4 mi · 1 min · Forsyth Street
15

Turn left onto US 41 Business; GA 19

0.3 mi · 56 sec · College Street
16

Turn right onto US 41 Business; GA 19

0.3 mi · 49 sec · Georgia Avenue
17

Continue on Mulberry Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Mulberry Street
18

Continue on Mulberry Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Mulberry Street
19

Arrive at destination

Mulberry Street

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Houston and Peach Counties, Georgia, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Perry, GA

25 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Perry, GA to Macon, GA

29.8 mi · 37m

Pacing Suggestions

Perry, GA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Perry, GA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 25 miles from Hawkinsville, GA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 12.3 and 48.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
12.3 mi into trip | ~16m in | US 341; GA 11

Take the exit onto US 341; GA 11

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
5
18.6 mi into trip | ~24m in | US 341; GA 11 / North Perry Parkway

Turn right onto US 341; GA 11 / North Perry Parkway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
8
41.2 mi into trip | ~50m in | I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway

Keep slight right at fork onto I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 75 North: Macon, Savannah
7
48.4 mi into trip | ~58m in

Take the exit toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 41 Business, GA 19: Downtown
9
48.6 mi into trip | ~59m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer University

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 41 Business South: Downtown, Mercer U...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.80 one way

$15.61 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.34 $8.53 $17.06
premium $4.70 $9.24 $18.47
diesel $5.61 $11.02 $22.03

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 15 0 $5.24 $2.40
Efficient EV 12.5 0 $4.37 $2.00
EV Truck/SUV 20 0 $6.99 $3.19

Gas CO2

17 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (65% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Hawkinsville, GA

Morning in Hawkinsville on Tuesday

Local time

6:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

90°F

Sunny

0 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Destination

Macon, GA

Morning in Macon on Tuesday

Local time

6:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

92°F

Sunny

0 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:44AM EDT by NWS Peachtree City GA

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 1:32AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 2m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This 49.9-mile route is a highway-focused drive, with 72% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a transition between local roads and faster interstate travel, with the longest uninterrupted stretch occurring over 18.1 miles on I-75. The road's personality shifts from the more moderate pace of US 341 and the Fall Line Freeway into the high-speed flow of the interstate. Expect a functional, direct experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding scenic detours. You should feel comfortable settling into a steady rhythm for the duration of this hour-long transit.

72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.1 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fall Line Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.3 miles in near US 341; GA 11.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 12.3 miles (US 341; GA 11): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles (US 341; GA 11 / North Perry Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Hawkinsville, GA to Macon, GA, road signs begin pointing toward Savannah along the way.

Savannah

41.2 mi in | ~50m | via I 75; GA 540

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 49.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Macon, GA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 12.3 miles (US 341; GA 11): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.6 miles (US 341; GA 11 / North Perry Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 41.2 miles (I 75; GA 540 / Fall Line Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Macon, GA before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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